GO: Readers’ Choice Top 10 Wildflower Roads #10 | US 281

February 18, 2014

Get your motor running…looking for some flowers—Texas wildflowers, that is! Photograph by Valerie Asensio.

Our Annual BEST IN TEXAS Readers’ Choice Poll included the category for readers/riders to vote for their favorite wildflower road. We complied readers’ responses into a TOP 10 list of the best Wildflower Roads in Texas. This is #10 on the list.

#10

US 281

Running nearly the entire length of Texas, US 281 is one of the state’s longer roads, but it’s also one of the most scenic during wildflower season. It’s a US highway, so it’s an easy cruise. When you feel like slowing down, stop into one of the many interesting small towns along the way . A favorite for riders is Hico, where you can kick back and enjoy a meal and walk around the historic town square.

The region you’re in will determine the predominant blooms, but bluebonnets are a pretty safe bet all along its length. The Hill Country area, along the Llano Uplift is one of the most prolific wildflower spots in the state…given sufficient winter and early spring rains, of course.

This year’s Texas Statewide Motorcycle Safety Forum will provide important information to riders, instructors, and traffic safety professionals who are interested in improving rider safety. The Forum is FREE to attend and lunch will be provided (does not include nightly stays at the Y.O. Ranch). Topics will include: Identification of the extent of the rider safety problem. Activities that TxDOT, DPS, NHTSA, FHWA, and AMA are doing to improve rider safety. Legislative activities in Texas….Find out more »

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Eurosport Cycle’s track day is designed for street riders. It will be held at Motorsport Ranch in Cresson, TX. You use your own street bike and street riding gear (protective jacket, pants, and gloves, full face helmet, boots over ankles). No leathers or special set up needed for your bike. It’s pretty laid back with small groups and plenty of one on one instruction. If you’ve ever thought of doing a track day this is…Find out more »